Roadmaster Rapido 165 vs Bajaj Pulsar NS-160
Every figure we hold for both bikes, side by side. Where one is clearly ahead on a measurable number, it is marked.
| Roadmaster Rapido 165 | Bajaj Pulsar NS-160 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Tk 1,84,900 | Tk 1,89,500 |
| Engine | 165 cc | 160 cc |
| Power | 15.3 bhp | 16.8 bhp |
| Torque | 14.6 Nm | 14.6 Nm |
| Mileage | 37 kmpl | 42 kmpl |
| Top speed | 132 kmph | Not known |
| Kerb weight | 133 kg | 151 kg |
| Fuel tank | 14 litres | 12 litres |
| ABS | No | Yes |
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 164.7cc | 160.3 cc |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Maximum power | 15.3 Bhp/8000 rpm | 16.8 bhp @ 9,000 rpm |
| Maximum torque | 14.6 Nm/6000 rpm | 14.6 Nm @ 7,250 rpm |
| Valves per cylinder | 2-Valve | 4 |
| Cooling system | Air Cooled | Oil Cooled |
| Fuel delivery | Carburetor | Fuel Injection |
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Ignition | CDI | DTS-i |
| Spark plugs | Not known | 2 Per Cylinder |
| Starting method | Electric and Kick | Electric Start |
| Clutch | Wet Type Multi Disc | Wet Multiplate |
| Emission standard | Not known | BS-VI |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission | 5 Speed Manual | 5 Speed Manual |
| Gearbox | Chain Drive | Chain Drive |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 132 KM/H | Not known |
| Claimed mileage | 35 KM/L | Not known |
| Owner reported mileage | 37 KM/L | 42 kmpl |
| Riding range | Not known | 504 Km |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | 1925 mm | 2,017 mm |
| Width | 750 mm | 803.5 mm |
| Height | 1075 mm | 1,060 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1320 mm | 1,372 mm |
| Ground clearance | 135 mm | 177 mm |
| Seat height | 780 mm | Not known |
| Kerb weight | 133kg ± 5kg | 151 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14 L | 12 litres |
| Reserve fuel | Not known | 2.4 litres |
| Brakes | ||
| Front brake | Disc (CBS) | Disc |
| Rear brake | Disc | Disc |
| Front brake size | Not known | 260 mm |
| Rear brake size | Not known | 230 mm |
| Braking system | CBS | Single Channel ABS |
| Wheels and tyres | ||
| Wheel type | Alloy | Alloy |
| Front wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
| Rear wheel | Alloy | Alloy |
| Front wheel size | 17 inch | 17 inch |
| Rear wheel size | 17 inch | 17 inch |
| Front tyre | 110/60-17 | 90/90 -17 49 P Tubeless |
| Rear tyre | 140/60-18 | 120/80 -17 61 P Tubeless |
| Tyre type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Tubeless tyres | Yes | Yes |
| Radial tyres | Not known | No |
| Suspension | ||
| Front suspension | Up side down Telescopic | Telescopic with Anti-friction Bush |
| Rear suspension | Mono Spring | Nitrox mono shock absorber with Canister |
| Electrical | ||
| Battery | Maintenance Free 12v | 12V Full DC MF |
| Headlamp | LED Projector | Halogen, H4 (12V 55/60W) |
| Tail lamp | LED Lamp | LED Taillamp |
| Indicators | Yes | Yes |
| Pass light | Yes | Yes |
| Daytime running lights | Not known | Yes |
| Low battery indicator | Not known | Yes |
| Instruments | ||
| Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
| Tachometer | Digital | Analogue |
| Odometer | Digital | Digital |
| Fuel gauge | Not known | Yes |
| Digital fuel gauge | Not known | Yes |
| Fuel indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Low fuel indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Low oil indicator | Not known | Yes |
| Tripmeters | 1 | 2 |
| Tripmeter type | Analogue | Digital |
| Clock | Yes | Yes |
| Shift light | Not known | Yes |
| Engine kill switch | Yes | Yes |
| Side stand alarm | Not known | Yes |
| Body and comfort | ||
| Body style | Sports | Sports |
| Seat type | Split | Split |
| Stepped seat | Not known | Yes |
| Pillion seat | Yes | Yes |
| Pillion footrest | Yes | yes |
| Pillion grabrail | Not known | Yes |
| Handlebar | 3 Step | 3 part |
| Under seat storage | Not known | No |